Health and Sports

If you want to spend an active Holiday, start a amicable competition or if you just want to improve your fitness – the Youth Hostels in Baden-Württemberg are the perfect place to be. The location of the Hostels, their facilities and a healthy nutrition are perfect starting conditions. The programmes in offer are diversified and the necessary equipment is most of the cases available. Whether you want to go on foot, by bike, on a horseback, with skies or snowshoes. Be it by land, air or sea. Baden-Württemberg will make the hearts of sportsmen miss a beat. At the end you willgain great impressions, experience unforgettable moments and sometimes you will also make new friends. At the same time you can do something good for your health too. In doing sport one finds to nature and to himself. You will strengthen the immune system and the cardiovascular system. After an active day you will find peace and gather new strength in the Youth Hostel. In some Hostels you will also find wellness programs, indoor swimming pools or fitness rooms. Diversified, regional and healthy meals provide culinary delights. Deliciousness is granted in Baden-Württemberg. Here you find a lot of Michelin-star chefs, one for example in our Youth Hostel in Sigmaringen, regional delicacies, RITTER SPORT chocolate squares, grape drinks and a very old elixir of life: mare`s milk.

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The south-west really is a bathing paradise: in summer a large number of lakes for swimming and water parks offer pure holiday feelings. Lake Constance is not far and water rats can also enjoy the Titisee and the Schluchsee. In winter you can relax in one of the spas and thermal baths in Baden-Wuerttemberg. So, just jump into the water and enjoy.

Do you fancy a splashing canoe tour through the wild south? Off you go! Long calm river or turbulent rapids – in Baden-Wuerttemberg you can find it all. Enjoy an unforgettable canoeing or kayak trip on the Neckar, Kocher, Jagst or Danube.

Anyone seeking lofty heights will enjoy climbing in Baden-Wuerttemberg. There are many excellent rock climbing areas in the south of Germany suitable for beginners and experienced climbers. And several climbing parks or high rope courses in Baden-Wuerttemberg offer their guests an unforgettable experience.

Untouched nature, picturesque landscape and breathtaking views - hiking fans of all ages will find an extensive network of hiking paths in Baden-Wuerttemberg. Trek along impressive gorges, past waterfalls or walk to one of the numerous castles and fortresses. Baden-Wuerttemberg surprises!

Cycling is one of the world's most popular trend sports. Whether you are alone or with the family, whether you cycle sportily or comfortably - any cyclist will find his favourite route. Baden-Wuerttemberg has one of the most far-reaching route networks in Germany. This is not only fun, it also promotes good health.

All set for winter. The areas dedicated to winter sports like Black Forest, the Swabian Albs, the Schwäbisch-Fränkischer Wald and/or Odenwald offer unforgettable winter sports experiences. Whether skiing downhill or tramping with snow shoes over glittering landscapes - winter in the south is nothing for couch potatoes.